US Congress rejects 40 of 41 data center proposals, signaling policy shift

US lawmakers rejected 40 of 41 proposed data center projects, a sharp reversal from prior permissiveness. This signals growing congressional opposition to the sector, likely due to energy, water, and land-use concerns. The move could slow data center buildout, affecting tech infrastructure and regional economies.

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